Reflections at Bukit Chandu building : side view
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11 Dec 2003
Photographed By Heirwin M. Nasir
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This is a side view of the museum building at Bukit Chandu after conservation works. The mural on the wall shows a depiction of the fighting that took place on the hill. A small model of an artillery gun is placed in front of the mural. Title devised by Library staff.
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- All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2004.
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